Harley-Davidson XL883R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Harley-Davidson XL883R, across 3 model years (2003–2007). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Harley-Davidson XL883R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XL883R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 XL883R: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2007 XL883R: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Harley-Davidson XL883R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Harley-Davidson XL883R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 XL883R | 1 | 3 | — | Power Train | |
| 2006 XL883R | 4 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2003 XL883R | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Harley-Davidson XL883R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (4), 2007 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Harley-Davidson XL883R?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Harley-Davidson XL883R have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.